Operations Support Engineer (SE) - Mid - Fort Bragg, NC

S2Technologies • Fayetteville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Domain SE provides expert-level technical and operational support across SOCOM and Joint Staff missions. The position supports global, theater-level operations through system integration, training, software implementation, and synchronized situational awareness. The engineer needs familiarity with operational environments, Joint and SOF processes, and Command and Control (C2) systems, including Common Operational Picture (COP), Tactical Data Links (TDL), and Operational Area of Interest (OAI) systems.

The role provides expertise for SOCOM and Joint operational planning and targeting cycles; implements, trains users on, and supports SOCOM and Joint Staff Programs of Record; prepares and checks out unit mission and flight plans for special operations missions; identifies and reports unit-specific software and mission-system capability gaps; and coordinates with Geographic Combatant Commands, Joint Task Forces, and Service Components. The engineer also participates in AoR-level working groups, delivers training and technical documentation, and supports deployed and CONUS-based units. Global travel may be required in support of operational units.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of progressive technical support experience in operational or Intelligence Community environments.
• At least 4 years of operational experience supporting mission planning, flight planning, or navigation systems for SOF or other military operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of C2 systems, COP platforms, and operational task organization structures.
• Experience supporting geographically dispersed units and reporting operational capability gaps.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for technical training and coordination.
• Experience implementing, training on, and documenting software systems, including SOCOM or Joint operational platforms.
• Proven leadership and/or coordination across Combatant Commands and Joint Task Forces.
• Experience in operational planning, software fielding, and mission command integration.
• Participation in or leadership of AoR-level working groups and technical forums.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with TDL integration, GCCS, and mission planning systems.
• Understanding of SOCOM mission types and command relationships.
• Experience with mission-critical software implementations in live or training environments.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel globally in support of operational units.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and operational expertise in support of SOCOM and Joint operational planning and targeting cycles.
• Implement, train users on, and support SOCOM and Joint Staff Programs of Record, including COP management, OAI management, CCIR, mission planning and navigation systems, and special operations mission planning tools and systems.
• Prepare and check out unit mission plans and flight plans for special operations missions involving aircraft weapons systems and other mission-critical systems.
• Identify unit-specific capability gaps in software and mission systems and report findings to SOCOM HQ for resolution.
• Coordinate with Geographic Combatant Commands, Joint Task Forces, and Service Components to align mission planning tools and C2 relationships.
• Attend and actively participate in AoR-level working groups and forums related to COP and Tactical Data Links; Mission Command and Joint Fires; and Sustainment, Protection, and Operational Integration.
• Develop and deliver user training, system updates, and technical documentation as required.
• Maintain situational awareness and provide SME support to deployed and CONUS-based units.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level